Candidate: Robin DiSabatino

Robin Sue DiSabatino 6647 41st Street Circle E Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 685-5368 Cell (941) 309-3284 Home website: www.Vote4Robin.com email: vote4robin@vzw.blackberry.net EXPERIENCE Robin\'s business background will be an asset to Manatee County as she makes sure that tax dollars are spent wisely. As a Vice President of Provident Bank, Robin was responsible for managing multi-million dollar money market and government funds. Robin has been a self-employed small businesswoman for the past 24 years selling residential real estate. She has earned several distinctions and awards through her career. \"As your next County Commissioner, I intend to incorporate my background in business and finance to get our economy back on track. I will focus my efforts on keeping property taxes low, curbing government spending, keeping our neighborhoods safe and creating incentives for businesses to relocate here, to expand their current operations and to create more diversified jobs and opportunities here in Manatee County. With an unemployment rate of over 13% and nearly 40% higher than the national average, our County has felt the impact of the economic downturn. Together, we can make our County ideal for expansion of sustainable jobs which will stabalize our economy, revitalize our neighborhoods and I intend to lead us to economic prosperity.\" COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Robin is known for her strong leadership and community involvement. As a lifelong Republican and member of the Manatee County Republican Executive Committee as well as 5 independent Republican Clubs, Robin is committed to electing more Republicans to local, state and national offices. Robin volunteers her \"spare time\" with several community organizations including Kiwanis Club of Bradenton, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Boys and Girls Clubs, and is a non-profit board member of various organizations that support jobs, children\'s issues and quality of life for seniors as well as people of all ages. Robin is also involved in the business community whereby she is a member of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, Gulf Coast Builders Exchange, Suncoast Workforce, and Women\'s Council of Realtors. MY VISION FOR MANATEE COUNTY \"Like most Manatee County residents, I am concerned with many of the issues facing our community. We must keep taxes down, we must reduce gang violence and illegal activity and we must work together to create an atmosphere condusive to economic growth and development. By working together, we can make Manatee County an even better place to live, work and play. I would be honored to represent all the people in my District 4 and I pledge to work hard for all the people in Manatee County. EDUCATION Robin was a graduate from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1971 in Wilmington, Delaware and a graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University Of Delaware in 1975. She also earned a Paralegal Degree from Goldey Beacom and earned her Realtor status from Wilmington College and has been a Licensed REALTOR since 1986. FAMILY Robin and her husband Dr. Robert M. DiSabatino reside in the Cascades, located west of Lockwood Ridge Road between Saunders and Whitfield. They have a daughter, Meredith, who is 28 and who resides in Wilmington, Delaware. OUR MANATEE I am inspired and amazed with the warmth, dedication and involvement of the people of Manatee County. My decision to run for office is based on my desire to continue to support our county and the people who live here. I pledge to each citizen of District 4 and the citizens of Manatee County to be accessible, to listen to their problems, to hear their concerns, and work as a united entity to come to realistic and fundamentally sound conclusions. Together, we can make this area ideal for businesses to want to relocate here and stay here and in turn, we will create sustainable jobs which will stabilize our economy and revitalize Manatee County. I would like to Win Your Support and Earn Your Vote. If you would like me to attend a community event, a community or homeowners meeting, or learn about your concerns in our District, please contact me at your convenience. Visit www.Vote4Robin.com and view our upcoming events, learn more about the issues, sign up to volunteer, or make a donation. I appreciate your support. I know that I can make a difference here in Manatee County. Robin Sue DiSabatino Candidate for Manatee County Commission, District 4, Republican